It is recommended to have a Protein shake after a workout to help build and maintain muscle faster, repair muscle tissue and also reduce muscle breakdown.

If you are trying to 'lose weight', you may want to lose fat but increase muscle massin order to look more toned. Consuming more protein, and less carbs and fats within your diet, will ensure the weight you carry is muscle, not fat (change your body-fat composition).

An increased muscle mass can also speed up your metabolism.

Protein Powder is a low calorie way to get your protein. That’s because protein powders contain very little fat or carbohydrates, so all of their calories come from protein.

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When are the best times to consume Protein Powder?

Immediately after exercise

Solid food takes time to digest and break down protein, whereas Protein Powder shakes only take about 30 minutes to reach your muscles after consumption to begin healing muscle tissue.

When you wake up

This will prevent the muscle breakdown that occurs as a result of fasting (not eating) overnight. Sprinkling some powder in your oats or pancake batter can help turn breakfast into high-protein meal.

As a snack

When you’re strapped for time, getting a decent amount of protein in your diet can be challenging. Mixing Protein Powder into a shake or smoothie can help you hit your protein goals wherever you go.